We recently completed an important upgrade at Cardinal Langley Academy, installing a new Rational 20-grid combi oven to replace an aging Convotherm unit. This upgrade was essential to meet the growing demand for school meals and bring the kitchen facilities up to date with modern standards. Alongside the new combi oven, we installed a drain…
IDL recently completed an installation at Stanley Road Primary School, replacing an old gas Rational combi oven with a new electric Convotherm Maxx 10-grid oven. This upgrade included installing a new electric supply to support the equipment. By switching from gas to electric, the school’s kitchen becomes more economical to operate while significantly reducing CO₂…
IDL recently completed the installation of a brand-new Falcon steamer at Woodhouses Voluntary Primary School. This upgrade replaced an old Moorwood Vulcan steamer that had been out of commission for some time due to discontinued parts, which made repairs impossible. The new Falcon steamer brings reliable, efficient steaming capabilities to the school’s kitchen, helping the…
IDL is delighted to announce that Catering Engineer, Scott Thresh has successfully qualified to service and install commercial catering gas equipment, achieving his COMCAT certification. Scott completed his training at Parts Town, a recognised leader in gas equipment training, where he undertook qualifications including CCCN1 and COMCAT levels 1, 3, and 5. These certifications enable…
IDL is proud to announce that our Apprentice Catering Engineer, Adam Thresh has successfully fully qualified as a Level 3 TIG and MIG welder and is now fully coded. This achievement marks an important milestone in Adam’s professional development and strengthens the welding expertise within the IDL team. It’s always so rewarding to see one…
We’re pleased to share the successful installation of two Convotherm Maxx 10.10 combi ovens last week at Newbridge Academy and Wesley Methodist Primary School. These installations were additional to the schools’ existing kitchen equipment, reflecting a growing need for increased cooking capacity as more children are opting for quality school meals. Both Newbridge Academy and…
IDL is proud to showcase the Pacojet, a unique and innovative kitchen system trusted by chefs worldwide for over 30 years. Designed to bring exceptional quality and creativity to your kitchen, the Pacojet uses patented pacotizing® technology to micro-puree fresh, deep-frozen ingredients without thawing, preserving natural flavours, colours, and textures. Why the Pacojet? Unmatched versatility:…
IDL Engineering Services is pleased to highlight the Metcalfe MP20 Mixer, a compact, powerful solution designed to meet the diverse needs of professional kitchens across education and commercial kitchens across industries. What’s included? The MP20 Mixer package comes complete with: The MP20 Mixer itself, engineered for precision mixing, whipping, and emulsifying Half-size equipment attachments to…
Flavours Foods Ltd, a sandwich filler factory based in Monk Bretton, approached IDL with a persistent issue affecting their stainless steel equipment. Their operations involve continuous exposure to water and chemicals, which had caused repeated weld failures on critical components. This challenge was compounded by the factory’s strict hygiene requirements, making it difficult to find…
IDL recently completed the installation of a CP500 Classeq dishwasher at Kingsway Park High School. This high-performance warewashing solution is designed to meet the rigorous demands of busy commercial kitchens, ensuring fast, efficient, and hygienic cleaning of crockery, cutlery, and utensils. The CP500 model is renowned for its reliability, energy efficiency, and user-friendly operation, making…